1994 Honda Civic vs. 1963 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1994 Honda Civic is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Civic (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1963 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1963 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Civic weights approximately 395 kg more than 1963 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Innocenti 950 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 1963 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | 950 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2130 mm |
